We are currently seeking an enthusiastic Facilities Manager to join our team at Kepak Merthyr and contribute to our continued success.
The Facilities Manager will lead and manage the facilities department for a complex site comprising a primary abattoir and retail operations. This role is responsible for ensuring the safe, efficient, and compliant operation of all site services and utilities, including HVAC systems, chillers, steam boilers, effluent treatment plants, and other critical infrastructure. The position requires strong leadership to motivate and develop a team of engineers and effluent plant operators while driving environmental and sustainability initiatives.
Requirements
- Leadership & Team Management
- Lead, coach, and develop a team of facilities engineers and effluent plant operators
- Foster a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement
- Facilities & Utilities Management
- Oversee the operation and maintenance of site utilities including HVAC, chillers, steam boilers, compressed air systems, and water treatment
- Ensure optimal performance and reliability of all critical systems supporting production and retail operations
- Compliance & Safety
- Act as the accountable person for site compliance with statutory regulations such as LOLER (Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment Regulations) and Pressure Systems Safety Regulations
- Management and coordination of PPM tasks (Shires)
- Maintain robust documentation and ensure adherence to health, safety, and environmental standards
- Environmental & Sustainability Initiatives
- Drive projects and initiatives to reduce energy consumption, improve waste management, and support sustainability goals
- Monitor and report on environmental performance metrics
- Performance Monitoring & Reporting
- Develop and deliver weekly and monthly reports on facilities performance, compliance, and sustainability metrics
- Communicate effectively with stakeholders to ensure transparency and alignment with business objectives
Work closely with Operations, Engineering, and Health & Safety teams to ensure seamless coordination for maintenance, compliance, and service delivery. Promote proactive communication to minimize downtime and maintain operational efficiency.
Act as the primary point of contact for all service and utilities-related escalations, including HVAC, chillers, steam boilers, compressed air systems, and effluent treatment. Ensure timely resolution by engaging relevant internal teams and external contractors when necessary.
Skills & Qualifications
- Technical Expertise in facilities management within a food manufacturing or red meat industry environment
- Strong knowledge of HVAC systems, chillers, steam boilers, pressure systems, and effluent treatment plants
- Proven experience in compliance management (LOLER, pressure systems, environmental regulations)
- Excellent leadership and people management skills with the ability to motivate and develop teams
- Strong analytical and reporting skills; ability to manage KPIs and performance metrics
- Knowledge of environmental and sustainability practices in industrial settings
- Relevant engineering or facilities management qualification (HNC/HND/Degree preferred)
Benefits
- Company Pension
- Employee Discount Platform - All Kepak employees are entitled to access to the WrkIt platform, which offers significant discounts and cashback with hundreds of brands
- Refer a Friend Scheme - Get up to £500 for successfully referring a friend or family member to Kepak Group
- Bike to Work Scheme - You can buy a bike and safety equipment through a salary sacrifice scheme which reduces your taxable income - meaning you pay less tax!
- Subsidised Canteen - Our on site canteen is serving multiple hot food options during the day
- Free Car Parking - Our Kepak site has a dedicated staff car parking facility which is free to use for all of our colleagues.
- Long Service Awards - We recognise, acknowledge and award the dedication and valuable contribution of long serving employees
- GroceryAid Employee Assistance Program - Providing emotional, practical and financial support for all Kepak colleagues
